William J. Mack of Middletown passed away July 21. He was born in Newark to Charles and Mary Mack. William proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He received the Purple Heart for wounds suffered in combat. William was the founder of the Korean War Veterans – Hong Sung Chapter, Middletown. He was a lifelong member of the Purple Heart Association, Middletown, and VFW Post 2179.
William was an avid fisherman and enjoyed fishing trips in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School.
William was predeceased by his two sisters, Martha Keigher and Patricia Bruder, and a brother Charles A. Mack Jr. He is survived by his brother and his wife, Dr. and Mrs. James P. Mack and many nieces and nephews.
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, a private family service and burial will be held.
Arrangements are under the direction of John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, Middletown.
The article originally appeared in the July 30 – August 5, 2020 print edition of The Two River Times.
